Title Examiner

Ardán®

Title Examiner responsible for examining documents and providing title opinions. Working with the Title Plant and collaborating between multiple states including MI, OH, IN, KY.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Examine title orders within company guidelines to determine the conditions of the title and insurability by considering the effect of documents such as deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, assessments, probates, and other matters of record
Research respective title plant software, analyze & evaluate pertinent record documents for determination of ownership, legal description, & any conjunction to title
Explain the chain of title, exceptions, and requirements to customers and managers
Recognize title defects and formulate a curative solution
Assess risks and liabilities that may jeopardize the company, and bring these matters to the attention of the local title manager, state title manager, or underwriter, as appropriate.
Maintain proper production levels and delivery standards on a daily basis
Work closely with the customer and management to meet time requirements for options, and assist with answering questions
Prepare an accurate and comprehensive title commitment in accordance with company examining and policy procedures
Perform other duties assigned by the manager
Participates in special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Familiarity with title searching software preferred, such as Ingenuity and County websites, etc.
Prior experience examining in the States of MI, OH, IL, IN, KY.
Knowledge of underwriting policies and guidelines for specified States.
Knowledge of real estate law and title and escrow curative procedures.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Organizational skills and ability to work within established time frames.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control.
Excellent problem-solving/critical thinking.
Minimum of four years of industry experience, including preparation of title commitments.
High School diploma (or equivalent).
Specialized training in word processing software, database or spreadsheet software (obtained either in school or by up to six months of training) is desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision benefits
Employer-paid disability and life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401K with company match
Paid time off and company-paid holidays
Wellness Resources

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Hard Skills & Tools

Title Searching SoftwareTitle ExaminationCurative ProceduresRisk AssessmentDocument AnalysisChain of Title ExplanationTitle Defect RecognitionProblem-SolvingCritical ThinkingProduction Level Maintenance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCustomer Service